Christmas in the smokies

Looking for things to do this holiday in the Smokies? Check out our list of fun events and entertainment happening in the Smoky Mountains!

If you're looking for some of the best things to do for Christmas in Gatlinburg this year, here are some of my favorite things to do in city – and the surrounding areas – for the holidays.

December is an incredible time to visit East Tennessee and the surrounding areas of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg. Below, we've put together a list of local events and attractions happening throughout the Smoky Mountains in December.

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These free things to do in the Smoky Mountains are super fun, family-friendly, and budget friendly ways to spend a day in the Smokies.

A Tennessee Christmas in the Smoky Mountains means lights, lights, and more lights. So make sure you don't miss all the amazing Smoky Mountains Christmas lights that will definitely get you in the festive mood this holiday season.

Top Christmas Shows in Pigeon Forge you absolutely cannot miss.

Anakeesta theme park is a higher end destination, in more ways than one, on the Gatlinburg strip.

Enjoy Smoky Mountain Winterfest 2020 from the sky with the Winterfest Night Flight from Scenic Helicopter Tours.